There are two things that every traveler hates: flight delays and flight cancellations. Delays and cancellations happen for different reasons. It may seem like having a flight delayed or canceled is out of your control, but believe it or not, you can influence whether your next flight suffers from either problem.
WHY DO FLIGHTS GET DELAYED
A flight can be delayed for several reasons, and there are a few patterns to look for:
- Delays near the end of the day.
- Extreme weather, like winter or the rainy season.
- Hectic travel days and, most recently, technology.
RESEARCH YOUR FLIGHT’S ON-TIME PERFORMANCE
You can check the history of a flight by simply entering the flight number onto the U.S. Bureau of Transportation website. It’s like going to carfax.com and putting in your VIN to get an accident report on the vehicle. You get to see any history of flight delays that the carrier has, helping you make an informed decision about booking that flight. For real-time updates, search your flight number at https://flightaware.com/.
BOOK AN EARLY FLIGHT
I get it; few travelers like to get up at dawn to go to the airport. But if you book one, your flight will most likely be less affected by incoming flights. As a bonus, your fares may be less expensive due to the number of booked passengers.
BE READY FOR THE THE PROCESS
Get TSA Pre-Check so you can skip the regular TSA checkpoints. The fewer lines you can wait in, the better. So plan accordingly: Check your bags with the Skycap outside the airport rather than at the airline counter. Better yet, don’t check a bag, just carry-on. Wear slip-on shoes and remove everything from your pockets before getting to the TSA checkpoint.
BE INFORMED ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS
Airline passengers have rights that entitle them to alternative travel plans if something goes wrong. For example, mechanical issues may cause a problem with your flight. You can call the customer service hotline and see if they will book your next flight, or go to another desk for the same airline and get rebooked over there. There are other perks you can get if this happens, such as meal vouchers at the airport restaurants or even a hotel room if your delay keeps you there overnight.
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION WITH BLACK AND SILVER RIDES
- Our dispatch team and chauffeurs are monitoring your flight for you. If there are delays with your arrival, rest assured that your chauffeur will be ready and waiting at the airport.
- Black and Silver Rides chauffeurs arrive 15 minutes early for your pickup, so you are never waiting on us, giving you the luxury to leave earlier if you choose.
- Meet and Greet service is available to help you with your luggage.
- Our reservations team is ready to help you if you need to rearrange your transportation because of flight delays or cancellations.
Make your reservation with Black and Silver Rides, a ride you can trust!
